Al Fresco Culinary Journey

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Park at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
Begin your journey with a posh picnic. A special pasta meal created by James Beard Nominee Chef Ted Habiger greets you under the port cochere at Kemper Museum.
Walk across Warwick Boulevard to the Kansas City Art Institute for a tasting of three Italian-inspired cocktails along The Arterie.
Under the twinkling lights, enjoy desserts and live music at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
Leisurely stroll or catch a ride on the shuttle back to your car.

$1000 – Host Committee ticket; you will be listed as a member of the Host Committee on the invitation and all event social media posts. Includes two tickets to the event, and sponsor credit on the 4 organizations’ websites. Also includes Household Membership to Kemper Museum for you to keep or gift.
$250 – Single ticket; includes all dinner courses along The Arterie.
$125 –Aperitif ticket; includes a glass of wine at Kemper Museum, Italian after dinner drinks at KCAI and dessert at the Nelson-Atkins.

Proceeds benefit The Arterie initiatives and programs!